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Tangled in Moonlight: Unshifted novel Chapter 327

327 Ava: A Book’s Debate 

That’s absolutely ridiculous

It’s a solid theory,” Grimoire counters, sitting on the floor across from Selene. He’s back in his child form, with only minimal flames flickering over his skin. Aurum, for his part, watches in silence, exactly seven feet separating the tip of his paw from her side

If he moves even an inch forward, she snaps at him. It didn’t take long for him to realize he should stay back

I feel bad for him, but- 

Don’t feel bad for him. 

-Selene doesn’t have any interest in backing down

Of course I don’t

Grimoire continues, unfazed by our side conversation. Look, the fault lies with her, no matter how you slice it.” 

That is factually incorrect

You use that word, but I don’t think you understand what factual means.” 

That is also factually incorrect

No. You have to break it down. Let’s start from the beginning. Victoria and Gene were dating, right? But then Gene asked for a break. He never said they were breaking up, right?” 

He asked for a break because he wanted to take Layla to the prom. Stop trying to spin this around 

so Gene’s the victim

Groaning, I hit my forehead against my knees. This discussion started with Selene trying to explain the first season of her favorite show, and now the two are arguing over the main plotline in season three

It’s enough to drive the brain host (that’s me) certifiably insane

There’s no one to certify that

You should really be a part of this conversation, since your life mimics this story line a little,Grimoire adds, both of them staring at me from across the room

Excuse me?” 

You know, when you and Clayton-” 

No.Holding up a finger, I shake my head firmly. We are not going there. That is ancient history

Done. It’s over.” 

Technically, ancient history would be-” 

It’s ancient history, Grimoire. Drop it.” 

I’m just saving that Gene and Victoria were also in an ambiguous relationship setting at the 

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time of-” 

If you keep this up, she might shut you back into that book forever, Selene points out, sounding 

far too smug

She’s right, though

Grimoire shuts his mouth with a scowl, and she takes the opportunity to lead in the argument

Taking a break means the relationship was inactive. There’s nothing wrong with Victoria being with Sam during that arc. In fact, I’d argue that Sam is better for her

Oh, so you’re saying Clayton’s better for Ava, then?he asks sarcastically

Oh, my God. How am I even involved in this conversation? You’re talking about a TV show

Please talk about the TV show, and not about me.” 

I’m just pointing out how her logic is based on emotional response and not facts.” 

That is factually incorrect, Selene says primly again.

I groan and bury my head against my knees, wishing I could tune them both out. The bickering is driving me insane, and I just want a moment of peace

You know I can hear that thought, right?Grimoire’s stupid voice cuts through my attempt at 

mental solitude

As can I, Selene chimes in

Just great. What did I do wrong in my past life to be tortured this way? Maybe I should have asked Vester and Vanessa to find me some more busy work as Luna instead of opting to spend 

time with Aurum, waiting notsopatiently for Lucaspsyche to return

A soft whine draws my attention, and I feel a warm, furry body press against my side. Aurum has abandoned his Selenestalking to curl up next to me, nuzzling my arm with his cheek. I can’t help but smile, running my fingers through his thick fur with a sigh

At least you’re not joining in on their silly arguments,I murmur to him. I bet when you’re thousands of years old, you won’t waste time debating the finer points of TV drama.” 

Oh, you’d be surprised, Selene’s dry voice echoes in my head. Right now, he’s thinking about how good fish tastes when it’s halfburned and covered in the ashes of a campfire. You might want to rethink your assessment of his IQ and maturity level

Aurum’s ears perk up at Selene’s words, and he pants hard, staring at her once again. It’s clear he’s thrilled that she’s paying attention to him, even if it’s just to mock his thoughts

Wait, how do you know what he’s thinking?” 

Grimoire bursts into laughter, clutching his sides as he rolls in midair. How does she know?he wheezes. She can’t not hear him. It’s the mate bond. She’s got a constant stream of 

consciousness flowing between them. It’s driving her crazy.” 

Selene lets out a low, menacing growl at Grimoire’s outburst. Aurum tenses beside me, his 

relaxed demeanor vanishing in an instant. He turns his head, fixing Grimoire with a dark, intense 

ators that gonda a ahinor down my anino 

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The atmosphere in the room shifts, catching me between the urge to diffuse the situation and the instinct to stay very, very still

Grimoire doesn’t seem to have that level of selfpreservation, because he’s still cackling over Selene’s plight

Okay, let’s all calm down,” I say, trying to keep my voice steady. Grimoire, maybe tone down the laughter? And Selene, I’m sure he didn’t mean any offense.” 

He knows exactly what he’s doing, Selene’s voice rings in my head, laced with what feels like centuries of resentment, even though they’ve barely known each other for like, two days

Aurum’s muscles bunch under my hand, and I realize he’s ready to spring into action at

moment’s notice

Grimoire’s laughter dies down, but a mischievous glint remains in his eyes. Oh, come on. It’s just 

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